SIMEX

[Rangerat]

Hi all
Question for the day.
I currently run Simex JT2's 33x11.5x15 was looking at going to Simex 35x10.5x15 Centipede's.
Reading up on all the info,(dia measurements from Simex) I came across the interesting fact that the 35 is only 14mm greater in diameter than my 33's and in fact the 33's measure out to 34.25" v the 35's 34.75" mmmmmmm.
Bearing in mind it looks like I will not gain any diameter to talk off, is the Centipede's performace that much better than the JT2's.

Personal observation is not, but, can only compare how I go compared to 35 Cent shod wagons (different makes)

would like to hear others opinion.(especailly if you have run both type of tyre on the same wagon)

Cheers
Rat

[Bodge]

Hey Rat,

I have the 34X10.5 JT2's and I have driven rangies with the 35 ET's.

It goes without saying that these are both great tyres.

When it comes to traction and mud flinging ability I believe the ET's do have an edge over the JT2's. I think it is simply down to the substantial voids in the ET which can move a lot of earth.

Downside is that they are directional and so you have to be a little clairvoyant to know which side you are going to puncture...

[Rangerat]

Or carry two spares

Any idea on the offset required to clear 35's. as it is, I've had to adjust the steering stops for the 33's as they hit the trailing arms.
I don't want to lose any more lock.

I pick up the 35's on thursday and have already sold the 33's.

Rat = more rubber, more power.

[solihl]

Hey Rat, What rims are you running, if steel have a look at getting them reversed. With an additional 50mm offset you might find you will get a lot of lock back, even with 35's. I have 255x85x16 on reversed disco rim's and still have plenty of clearance to trailing arms with out the stops adjusted at all.
Just a thought,
Kevin

[Bodge]

Backspacing
100mm for 8 inch rims
75mm for 7 inch

[Rangerat]

Cheers all.
Can't wait to dig even bigger holes opp's thats not very tread lightly is it

Rat

[Alinney90@gmail.com]

Hi, where do u get your simex 33x11.5x15's from i am in auckland and need a new set ??

[MK1TNA]

http://www.4wdbits.co.nz/ProductsList.aspx?CategoryID=4

You dug deep to fing that one